Launched by the Directorate of Social Welfare and Social Education, Government of Tripura, the Mukhyamantri Samajik Sahayata Prakalpa – Old and Infirm scheme provides financial assistance to poor senior citizens and infirm individuals in Tripura. The scheme is designed to support those who are 60 years and above (for old applicants) and those suffering from conditions such as cancer, AIDS, or leprosy (for infirm applicants) by providing a monthly pension through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).
Benefits
- Monthly Pension:
- A pension of ₹2,000 per month is directly transferred to the bank account of eligible beneficiaries.
- Beneficiary List:
- The list of beneficiaries is published on the official website of the Social Welfare & Social Education Department, Government of Tripura.
Eligibility
For Old Applicants
- Residency:
- Must be a resident of Tripura.
- Income:
- The annual family income must not exceed ₹1,00,000.
- Age:
- The applicant must be 60 years of age or above.
- Education for Dependents:
- If the family has children between 6 to 14 years, these children must be enrolled in a school recognized by the Government of Tripura.
For Infirm Applicants
- Residency:
- Must be a resident of Tripura.
- Income:
- The annual family income must not exceed ₹1,00,000.
- Health Condition:
- The applicant must be affected by Cancer, AIDS, or Leprosy.
- Education for Dependents:
- If the family has children between 6 to 14 years, these children must be enrolled in a recognized school.
Exclusions
- Income taxpayers and government employees are not eligible.
- Individuals whose family members already receive benefits under any other category/sub-category of ‘Mukhyamantri Samajik Sahayata Prakalpa’ (except infirm & PwDs) are not eligible.
- Pensioners receiving benefits under the “National Social Assistance Program (NSAP)” or any of the 32 State Social Pension Schemes of Tripura are also excluded.
Note: Assistance will be stopped immediately if:
- The beneficiary dies,
- Any exclusion criteria are later fulfilled (e.g., remarriage of a widow, a family member obtaining a government job, or family income exceeding ₹1,00,000).
Application Process
Offline Process
- Obtain the Application Form:
- Visit the Office of the Child Development Project Officer (CDPO) in your area during office hours.
- Request a hard copy of the prescribed application form, or print the form if available.
- Complete the Form:
- Fill in all mandatory fields (ensure signatures where required) and attach self-attested copies of the necessary documents.
- Submit the Application:
- Submit the completed and signed form along with the documents to the CDPO Office corresponding to your residence area.
- Obtain Acknowledgment:
- Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the authority that includes the date and time of submission and a unique identification number (if applicable).
Documents Required
- During Application:
- Income Certificate: Issued by the Sub Divisional Magistrate (SDM).
- Age Proof Certificate: (Birth Certificate, School Certificate, or Madhyamik Admit).
- Aadhaar Card.
- Ration Card: Issued by the Food & Civil Supplies Department.
- Permanent Resident of Tripura Certificate (PRTC): Issued by the Sub Divisional Administration.
- Non-Government Employee Certificate: From the Panchayat Secretary/Ward Secretary/Gazetted Officer.
- After Selection:
- Life Certificate and Income Certificate: Must be submitted to the CDPO in November every year.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the objective of the scheme?
To provide a monthly financial pension of ₹2,000 to poor, elderly, or infirm individuals in Tripura, ensuring a basic level of social security. -
What events lead to the immediate cessation of assistance?
Assistance stops immediately if the beneficiary dies or if any exclusion criteria are met, such as remarriage of a widow, a family member obtaining a government job, or if the annual family income exceeds ₹1,00,000. -
What is the condition regarding the enrollment of children?
If the beneficiary’s family has children aged between 6 to 14 years, they must be enrolled in a school recognized by the Government of Tripura. -
What is the maximum annual income limit for eligibility?
The annual family income must not exceed ₹1,00,000. -
Where can beneficiaries check the list of beneficiaries?
The list is available on the official website of the Social Welfare & Social Education Department, Government of Tripura. -
What are the residency criteria for applicants?
The applicant must be a permanent resident of Tripura. -
How much is the monthly pension amount provided under the scheme?
The pension is ₹2,000 per month. -
What is the mode of disbursal for the sanctioned grant?
The pension is directly transferred to the beneficiary’s bank account through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). -
How often should the Life Certificate and Income Certificate be submitted?
They must be submitted annually in November after selection. -
Who grants the final approval for sanctioning assistance under the scheme?
The final approval is granted by the relevant authorities at the CDPO as per the guidelines. -
When will the money be taken back from the beneficiary or their nominee’s account?
The scheme does not specify any conditions for reclaiming the money; benefits are provided as long as eligibility criteria are maintained.